“You put peace out into the world, and you get it back,” is one of the first things Ladybug (Brad Pitt) says in this film. Pitt makes a true statement here, but it’s not where director David Leitch heads with “Bullet Train.” Leitch (“Deadpool 2,” “Atomic Blonde”) integrates the energy and action of a Quentin […]
James Grey is the director who almost makes a good movie. His transference from brain to screen is often a fascinating process, even when the final product leaves much to be desired. His previous The Lost City of Z was a stunning film, from presentation to concept, yet the narrative and editing to tell
Quentin Tarantino’s new film brings his entire career into perspective, for better or worse. If you were to call this Oscar-winning screenwriter, overrated, complicated, a master of nostalgia, or a genius, you would be correct on all accounts. “Once Upon a Time in Hollywood” is arguably his most ambitious film to date, equally his most chaotic. Tarantino swears that
Sure, Brad Pitt is in Robert Zemeckis (Forrest Gump, Contact) latest film, the movie and tabloid star even gets the most screen time and drives the narrative. However, the only thing you will be talking about after the movie is Marion Cotillard (Inception, La Vie en Rose). The first and only French actress to win
The Big Short is comedy writer/director Adam McKay’s first “drama,” although it has been placed in the comedy category for Golden Globes consideration. This is also the first film McKay has directed without Will Ferrell starring. You might see this cast and think this movie has to be great, but what you don’t realize is
For Angelina Jolie’s third film behind the camera, (and the first time directing herself in front), she moves even farther away from mainstream expectations.